How Do You Screen For Chronic Kidney Disease?

Chronic Kidney Disease is a progressive disease that causes worsening kidney function. Early stage chronic kidney disease is usually asymptomatic, meaning no symptoms. Given this, for those at risk it is important to screen for early stage kidney disease. Screening is easy, a blood test can measure the level of creatinine. The higher the number, the worse the kidney function. You can also look for kidney disease using a urine test. Dr. Kevin Ho, discusses chronic kidney disease screening.

Kidney disease is so frightening since it is generally asymptomatic. A very good friend has high creatinine levels and takes meds. It is always a worry that he will wind up on dialysis.